Safeguarding

St Luke's Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy which can be viewed in the Policies section of our website.

We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. All school staff are trained in Child Protection, and children are made aware of the adults they can talk to if they have any concerns. Staff are trained to look out for signs of physical/emotional harm or neglect and are required to report these to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

We have a team of Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL) that can be seen on posters around school.

Our DSL is Monica Dickman.

Our Deputy DSLs are

• Ann Dwulit (Head Teacher)
• Jenny Phillips (Acting Head Teacher and Acting Deputy Head Teacher)
• Anisa Lucey (Learning Mentor)

Sometimes we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child’s welfare. We will ensure that our concerns about our pupils are discussed with his/her parents/carers first unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child’s welfare.

We actively support the Government’s Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism.

Childline for under 12s

Childline has a website aimed at children under the age of 12.

This provides age appropriate content on topics like bullying, family, friends, feelings, school, abuse and staying safe in the community and online.  There are also fun things to make and do - make art, play games and watch videos.

Click here to visit Childline kids

NSPCC

The NSPCC website has support and tips to help you keep your children safe.  From advice on children's mental health to staying safe online, support for parents and what to do if you are worried about a child.

Click here to visit Keeping children safe NSPCC

Contacts

Children's Social Care

Click here for details

Helplines

Childline

0800 1111

NSPCC helpline

0808 800 5000